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What's Happening in Chatham-Kent Today — Thursday, August 6
Paisley Fraleigh wins national gold, WAMBO starts tomorrow, free concert tonight in Blenheim
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Good morning, Chatham-Kent — William here. WAMBO kicks off tomorrow in Wallaceburg and there’s a gold medal to celebrate closer to home. Here’s everything happening around CK today. 👇
⛽ Gas · GasBuddy 164.4¢ Petro-Canada & Mobil · tied cheapest ↓ down from 169¢ earlier this week Shell 165.3¢ · Canadian Tire 165.5¢ · Esso 166.7¢ | ⛅ Weather · Chatham-Kent 27° Feels 36° · Risk of thunderstorms ⚡ Thunderstorm risk this afternoon & evening Morning 22° · Chance of shower Tonight 25° · Risk of thunderstorm Overnight 21° · 40% rain |
Multi-Million Dollar Fraud Case Opens in Chatham Without Key Defendant
Proceedings are under way in an $11 million financial crime trial, though co-defendant Ryan Rumble was noticeably absent. Subject to an active nationwide warrant, Rumble is believed to be living in the UAE after being spotted at a Dubai golf event in late 2025. Co-accused Dziedzic (43) and Foss (42) both pleaded not guilty.
Crown prosecutors allege investment firm Banknote transitioned into a classic Ponzi scheme after losing $3 million to self-styled "Crypto King" Aiden Pleterski. On opening day, local investor Emily Hime testified to handing over a $100,000 bank draft at Rumble's home in 2022 following pitches from family.
Read full coverage in the Chatham Daily News →Chatham-Kent’s Paisley Fraleigh was part of Team Ontario’s winning squad at the 2026 U18 Women’s Tackle Football National Championship in Regina. A huge achievement for a local athlete representing the province.
Read on CK News Today →The union is holding a Chatham event today to release a report on Ontario’s hospital funding crisis — relevant context for anyone following local healthcare.
Read on Sydenham Current →A 44-year-old man was killed at Jeanettes Creek Road and Coutts Line Tuesday evening. Our condolences to his family.
Read in the Chatham Daily News →A proud local moment — photos of the Memorial Cup coming home to Wheatley. Worth a look.
See the photos →
Antique and classic cars line the streets, beautiful boats moored along the Sydenham, food trucks, live music, vendors, and tens of thousands of visitors descending on downtown Wallaceburg for the weekend. This year the Wallaceburg Arts Council has expanded the entertainment lineup — extra live performances and a 50-50 draw running all day Saturday.
If you’re heading over, the Sydenham fills up fast — plan to arrive early on Friday evening for the best views, and check the full schedule for specific event times.
Full schedule at wambo.ca →🩰 Pretty in Pink at the Rink — Bothwell Arena · with CK Health Alliance
Struggling after losing what the Chatham Daily News calls the "heart of the team." No home game today.
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